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Jensen vs Jake

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jensen Rank #328
Jake Rank #423

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 vs #423 for Jake.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jensen or Jake more popular?

Jensen is more popular, ranked #328 compared to Jake at #423 in the United States.

What do Jensen and Jake mean?

Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin). Jake means "may God protect" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jensen and Jake boy or girl names?

Jensen is primarily a boy name. Jake is primarily a boy name.

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